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Exterior Walls

Stucco Walls

Stucco has been successfully used in the southwest for hundreds of years as a popular building

material. It has seen improvements over the years with the development of standards by the

manufacturers association that has improved its performance. The nature of stucco is such that

cracks are inevitable. Should one of the exterior walls be struck a sharp blow, a hairline crack may

develop; however, it is just in the insulation, not structural. Other hairline cracks are best left alone

until it is time to paint because of the inherent difficulty in matching colors. When it is time to paint,

cracks can be repaired easily with the stucco repair compounds available at most hardware stores.

Cracking is normally caused by the expansion and contraction of the wall system.

Concrete, plaster, drywall, ceramic tile, stucco, masonry, and other rigid materials are subject to

hairline cracks due to normal expansion, contraction, and settlement. Therefore, we will only assume

responsibility to repair these items if reported to us in writing, and only if caused by defective

materials or workmanship for a period of one year from close of escrow or date of occupancy,

whichever occurs first.

Synthetic stucco is resurfaced/ repainted by a special process and material.

Wood Surfaces

A certain amount of splitting or cracking – called “weather-checking” – is expected on wood exposed

to weather. These cracks can be filled with wood dough or exterior caulking compound prior to

repainting or staining.

Caulking

Caulking is not warranted. Time or weather will tend to shrink caulking or dry it out so it no longer

provides a good seal, especially where it has been applied to joints, (i.e.., wall and/or ceiling around

fireplace, between metal edge of windows and ceramic sills, wood to masonry, etc.). Regular

inspection of caulking around windows, doors, and elsewhere will help avoid leaks and reduce heat

loss in winter and cooling loss in summer. If you discover dry or brittle caulking in danger of falling

out, remove it and replace it. Caulking compounds and dispenser guns are available at hardware

stores. As a matter of routine maintenance it is wise to check the caulking and make repairs where

necessary.

Painting

The total beauty of your home, as well as its value, can be protected best by regularly repainting

exterior surfaces. Expect the sun and weather to fade exterior paint. Adverse weather conditions can

also cause exterior paint to flake or peel in spots because of our area’s low humidity.

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